The Big Cwtch

The Festival Season wraps up with The Big Cwtch in Carmarthenshire

– A family-friendly party of music, craft, camping and food -

Last September was not only the driest on record and one of the warmest; it was also the inaugural year for The Big Cwtch (big cuddle in Welsh) Summer Party in Carmarthenshire. As the glorious month comes round again, so does the family friendly festival- now firmly on the radar and ready to wow for 2015.

Taking place on Saturday 12th September, the event is set in a stunning lakeside location in the heart of Carmarthenshire and celebrates the great outdoors whilst offering festival goers a vibrant mix of local music, craft and food culture. With family (2 adults, 2 kids) tickets just £70, this is a unique festival that’s affordable, intimate, fun and a fundraiser to boot!

Music

This year’s festival will feature outstanding musical talent from across Wales with over 30 bands and artists performing across two stages, including the fabulous lakeside stage. The line-up includes The Noses who have performed at Glastonbury, Green Man (who were Larmer Tree Festival’s Breakthrough Music Award winner in 2014) and Lost Tuesday Society, who have graced the stage with the likes of Pete Doherty, Alabama 3 and Sister Sledge; with comparisons made to early Fleetwood Mac.

Wander around and you’ll stumble across acoustic sets and solo performances in pop up bars and restaurants throughout the event.

Food and Drink

The Big Cwtch celebrates the fabulous food and drink of South West Wales – goats cheese from the nearby Cothi Valley, smoked fish (caught from a Coracle), pâtés and terrines from Cnwd, proper Welsh chocolate from Nom Nom (Kylie Minogue’s favourite) and a pop up welsh pizza oven, firing out local ingredient-topped doughy deliciousness.

Back by popular demand is last year’s rustic pop-up restaurant ‘cnwd @thelakeside’ from local chef Scott Davis (who has worked for Gary Rhodes and Marco Pierre White and lectures at The Do Lectures).  Tables can be reserved or attendees can pre-order picnic hampers and blankets.

There will also be outdoor cooking and tasting experiences including Campfire Cooking, Fish Smoking, Craft Beer Tastings, Fire Pit Talks and demos and the Street Food Alley.

Other award winning food producers present will include:
cnwd, Slow Pig, Cothi Valley Goats, Pembrokeshire Beach Food Company, Big Fish Little Fish,  Blas O'r Tan Pizzas, Mr Nice Pie, Cwrtau Bach Farm Deli, Hedgerose, Mr Churros, Copa Coffi, Nom Nom Chocolates, gin haus deli, Handmade Beer Co., Benporium – Welsh Candy Fleece, Blasus Welshcakes, O'Boyles Ice Cream Traditional Tricycles, Welsh Cottage Cakes, Good & Proper Brownies  and so much more…

Plus, a fabulous lakeside champagne and cocktail bar brought to you by Llandeilo’s ginhaus Deli and friends, and pop up pubs around the site serving local craft beers and ales.

Family Fun

The Big Cwtch offers loads of entertainment and activities for festivalgoers of all ages and provides a safe environment to relax in a beautiful natural playground. Ticket prices take into account ages of children, with under fives free, 5-12 yrs costing just £10 and teens costing £15.
The family line-up includes:

Cwtch Crafts - with loads of make and do activities & kids’ workshops including a special guest challenge from BBC 2’s The Great British Sewing Bee Runner Up – Neil Stace, AKA The Sewing Soldier’.

Small World Theatre and nature trails with the amazing ‘Lady Agusta - The Giant Explorer’.
There will also be Circus Tricks and Jester, Bushcraft, Assault Course, Vintage Fairground rides, Ringo Rides, Maypole dancing, Bicycle Powered Giant Strawberry Smoothie Maker, Face Painting, Dressing up tents and loads more festival fun and creative outdoor entertainment, all situated in a beautiful walled garden alongside a health & well-being area and a host of local artisan stalls.

Camping and Glamping

Festivalgoers also have the chance to stay on the beautiful site with dedicated riverside camping fields or in a luxury bell tent. Pitches cost from £10-£25 and glamping in a bell tent from £150-£195.. 

Tickets

Adult - £30; Family (2 adults + 2 kids aged 5-12 yrs) - £70; Teen – 13-16 yrs - £15; Child 5-12 yrs - £10. Under 5’s free and concession prices for over 65s, students, disabilities.

Adult Evening - £15; Teen Evening - £5; Under 13s Evening free.

These can be purchased on the website – http://www.thebigcwtch.com/book-tickets/ 

The Festival gates open at 10:30am on 12th September and the music line up starts from 11am- finishing at 23:30. Campers are welcome to arrive from 9am on 12th September and must depart by midday on 13th September. 

Carmarthenshire

Make the most of the weekend and get out and about in the Carmarthenshire countryside – there’s great walking, two of Wales’ longest beaches on the doorstep (Cefn Sidan and Pendine) plus the market towns of Carmarthen, Llandovery, Llandeilo and Newcastle Emlyn; as well as a thriving foodie scene and a whole host of castles, award winning gardens and rugged landscapes to explore.

Make this August bank holiday a vintage one!

5 of the best vintage themed activities around Carmarthenshire

Carmarthen does vintage

Saturday 29^th August 2015 Carmarthen Town Centre.
Vintage-lovers need look no further for a veritable treasure trove for collectors and those that love to pick up a quirky little bargain or two. Expect a vintage shopper's heaven browsing through the numerous shops and stalls in Carmarthen with clothing, accessories, household goods, memorabilia, quirky ornaments, curious trinkets and vinyl records. The festival also features a popup vintage tea room, vintage hair & beauty lounge, impromptu musical performances, a vintage dog show, sideshows and street theatre from yesteryear plus a variety of workshops on up-cycling and distressing furniture. Not forgetting our little people can join us for a vintage carnival procession or enter a vintage raft in the River Festival ! You can even join the most marvellous nostalgic stroll down memory lane with our vintage treasure trove hunt trail explore King Street, Jacksons Lane, Guildhall Square, Lammas Street, Merlins Walk, Red Street and St Catherine's Walk! For info www.facebook.com/discovercarmarthenshire

Welsh National Vintage Extravaganza

Sunday 30^th & Monday 31^st August 2015 Pembrey Circuit.

 A wonderful opportunity to see some iconic cars with two days of fantastic action. The Welsh National Vintage Extravaganza event will include a tractor road run, classic motor show and race track action. Visitors can also enjoy a car boot sale, and peruse club and trade stands.  There will also be a range of family entertainment including children's rides at the circuit. For info www.pembreycircuit.co.uk

Vintage afternoon tea

Available daily (booking advisable) Stradey Park Hotel, Llanelli.

Enjoy a relaxing afternoon tea with a choice of locations including the Rooftop Lounge or the Conservatory, both with stunning panoramic views over the Gower and Carmarthen Bay. For info www.stradeyparkhotel.com

2015 Vintage Jabajak wine

Available now, Jabakak Vineyard Restaurant with rooms, Llanboidy.

 Our first ever wine from our very own Vineyard has arrived. It is our White House still white from Phoenix and Seyval and tastes absolutely incredible. Full of sophistication, citrus and elderflower notes crisp and clean. It is a real stunner and the decision to only harvest and make wine from quality mature grapes has more than paid off. 8 Years!!!!! A special thanks to everyone who has been a part of this process - from planting to picking, from mowing to pruning - a massive thank you. Due to the limited supply (1400 bottles) we are only selling through the restaurant at the moment until the Sparkling Blush arrives in the Spring!! We have tasted as a still and is mind blowing! For info www.jabajak.co.uk

Tin shed Experience

Wed-Sat: 10:30–16:30, Sun: 13:00–17:00, Clifton Street, Laugharne.

Everything is vintage at The Tin Shed Experience,  a quaint and quirky 1940's museum in Laugharne featuring an original WWII  shelter in the garden of their Tin Cottage alongside a Victory Garden. The Tin Shed Experience does not claim to be the biggest museum of its kind, however  they pride themselves on the quality of their exhibits. For info www.tinshedexperience.co.uk




Gwnewch Ŵyl Banc y mis Awst hwn yn Glasur o Ŵyl!

5 o Weithgareddau Gorau Sir Gaerfyrddin ar thema'r Oes a Fu

Sir Gâr a Phethau'r Oes a Fu
Dydd Sadwrn, 29ain Awst 2015, Canol Tref Caerfyrddin.

Dyma’r union le i’r sawl sy'n dwlu ar drugareddau'r Oes a Fu ddod o hyd i drysorfa go iawn i’r casglwr ac i’r rheini sydd wrth eu boddau'n cael gafael ar fargen fach anarferol neu ddwy. Bydd yn nefoedd i'r siopwyr hynny sy'n hoffi eitemau o'r oes a fu gan roi cyfle iddynt chwilota yn siopau a stondinau niferus Caerfyrddin sy'n gwerthu dillad, cyfwisgoedd, nwyddau'r cartref, pethau cofiadwy, ornaments hynod, trugareddau anarferol a recordiau finyl. Bydd yr ŵyl hefyd yn cynnwys Ystafell De wib a lolfa gwallt a harddwch – y ddwy yn steil yr oes a fu, perfformiadau cerddorol difyfyr, sioe gŵn yn steil yr oes a fu, stondinau, a theatr stryd ar thema’r dyddiau a fu, yn ogystal ag amrywiaeth o weithdai ynghylch celfi ffasiynol-dreuliedig ac uwchgylchu. Cofiwch hefyd y gall y plant ymuno â ni ar gyfer gorymdaith y carnifal o'r oes a fu neu gystadlu â rafft o'r oes a fu yng Ngŵyl yr Afon! Gallwch hyd yn oed hel atgofion wrth fynd am dro hamddenol braf gan gymryd rhan yn ein helfa am drysor o'r oes a fu, ar hyd Heol y Brenin, Lôn Jackson, y Clos Mawr, Heol Awst, Maes Myrddin, Heol Goch a Rhodfa'r Santes Catrin! I gael gwybod rhagor ewch i www.facebook.com/discovercarmarthenshire

Sioe'r Welsh National Vintage Extravaganza
Dydd Sul, 30ain a dydd Llun, 31ain Awst 2015, Cylch Rasio Pen-bre.



Cyfle campus i weld ceir eiconig gyda deuddydd o weithgareddau gwerth chweil. Bydd digwyddiad y Welsh National Vintage Extravaganza yn cynnwys gorymdaith ffordd gan y tractorau, sioe Ceir o Dras a gweithgareddau ar y cylch rasio. Gall ymwelwyr fwynhau sêl cist car hefyd, a chael golwg ar stondinau clybiau a busnesau. Bydd amrywiaeth o adloniant i'r teulu hefyd gan gynnwys reidiau i'r plant ar y cylch rasio. I gael gwybod rhagor ewch i wefan www.pembreycircuit.co.uk

Te prynhawn traddodiadol
Ar gael bob dydd (argymhellir archebu), Gwesty Parc y Strade, Llanelli.

Dewch i fwynhau te prynhawn hamddenol braf; mae dewis o leoedd yma gan gynnwys Lolfa'r Rooftop Lounge neu ystafell y Conservatory ac o'r ddwy ceir golygfeydd panoramig penigamp draw dros Fro Gŵyr a Bae Caerfyrddin. I gael gwybod rhagor ewch i wefan www.stradeyparkhotel.com

Gwin 2015 Jabajak
Ar gael nawr, Bwyty Gwinllan Jabajak gydag ystafelloedd, Llanboidy.

Dyma ichi ein gwin cyntaf un o'n gwinllan ein hunain. Hwn yw White House, ein gwin gwyn, llonydd a wnaed o rawnwin Phoenix a Seyval ac mae iddo flas anhygoel. Mae’n flas cwbl soffistigedig, croyw a glân ac iddo dinc sitrws a blodau'r ysgaw. Mae'n berl o win ac mae'r penderfyniad i gynaeafu dim ond y grawnwin aeddfed o safon i wneud y gwin wedi talu ar ei ganfed. 8 mlynedd!!!!! Diolch arbennig i bawb sydd wedi bod yn rhan o'r broses – o'r plannu i'r casglu, o'r torri porfa i'r tocio – diolch yn fawr iawn. Gan mai hyn a hyn o win sydd ar gael (1,400 o boteli) dim ond drwy'r bwyty yr ydym yn gwerthu'r gwin ar hyn o bryd, tan i'r Sparkling Blush fod yn barod yn y gwanwyn!! Rydym wedi cael cyfle i flasu’r gwin llonydd ac mae'n wefreiddiol! I gael gwybod rhagor ewch i wefan www.jabajak.co.uk

Tin Shed Experience
Dydd Mercher – Dydd Sadwrn 10:30 – 16:30, Dydd Sul 13:00 – 17:00, Clifton Street, Talacharn.

O’r oes a fu y mae pob dim sydd yn y Tin Shed Experience, sef amgueddfa anarferol a hynod sy’n ymdrin â’r 1940au ac sydd yn Nhalacharn. Mae gan yr amgueddfa loches wreiddiol o'r Ail Ryfel Byd yng ngardd y Tin Cottage ochr yn ochr â'r Victory Garden. Nid yw’r Tin Shed Experience yn honni mai hi yw'r amgueddfa fwyaf o'i math, ond mae’n falch iawn o safon y pethau y mae’n eu harddangos. I gael gwybod rhagor ewch i wefan www.tinshedexperience.co.uk

Carmarthenshire’s digital super highway / Uwchdraffordd ddigidol Sir Gâr

                                                                                              

Carmarthenshire’s digital super highway

People  from all round the world have been homing in on the Discover Carmarthenshire website in dramatically increasing numbers but the majority of interest is from across Offa’s Dyke, with more than half (51.32%) registering their interest from England.

Whilst last year (2014) a quarter of a million people from around the globe were seeking information about what’s going on in the county and its attractions, to July this year more than 25,000 more visits have been made over previous years. Since January this year a total of 173,625 visits have been made.

Carmarthenshire’s marketing and tourism manager Huw parsons said: "The growth of website visits is extremely heartening, and comes on the back of the hard work and creativity of some extraordinarily talented people in our small team.

“The council manages this website to support the tourism business. It is clearly having an effect. In July alone there were 33,726 visits. That’s double those in 2012.

"The tourism team is now completely focused on our digital activity on a minute-by-minute basis. They spot what our audiences like and respond immediately to ensure what we're providing is the very best content presented in the most engaging ways we can.

“This was most evident in the attraction of healthy numbers of visits last month in July to the most popular sites of Carmarthenshire where parks  gained 9,004 views; What’s On county wide: 7,962 and Pembrey Country Park caravan section, 6,965.”

Carmarthenshire executive board member for regeneration and tourism, Cllr Meryl Gravell, said it was fascinating to see that website visits were registered from Australia to the States and Germany to Brazil.

“It is hugely encouraging that there is so much interest from within the UK too,  with England visits pipping those from Wales by 16,675 to 15,532 in July.

“London calling scored 6,173 in July with Bristol registering 1.398; Birmingham 758, Manchester 311, Leeds 268 and Worchester 242.

“It shows there is lots of interest in our glorious county for people’s leisure time from both residents and visitors and exceptional partnership working of our hard working tourism staff council with businesses to push forward a healthy visitor economy.”

A Facebook campaign started in February this year has linked through more traffic to Discover Carmarthenshire. The embryonic Discover Facebook has zoomed to 7,600 followers, Pembrey Country Park page holds 3,600 and the main council feed at 3,400. All the messages then feed into features on the website.

  

                                                                                               

Uwchdraffordd ddigidol Sir Gâr

Mae pobl o bedwar ban byd wedi bod yn ymweld â gwefan Darganfod Sir Gâr, ac mae eu niferoedd yn cynyddu'n ddramatig ond mae'r rhan fwyaf o'r diddordeb wedi dod o dros Glawdd Offa gyda mwy na hanner (51.32%) y rhai a ddangosodd ddiddordeb yn y wefan yn dod o Loegr.

Er bod chwarter miliwn o bobl o amgylch y byd wedi chwilio am wybodaeth y llynedd (2014) am yr hyn oedd yn digwydd yn y sir a'i hatyniadau, eleni hyd at fis Gorffennaf bu mwy na 25,000 yn fwy o ymweliadau â'r wefan nag yn ystod y blynyddoedd diwethaf. Oddi ar fis Ionawr eleni, bu cyfanswm o 173,625 o ymweliadau.

Dywedodd Huw Parsons, Rheolwr Marchnata a Thwristiaeth Cyngor Sir Caerfyrddin: "Mae'r cynnydd yn nifer yr ymweliadau â'r wefan yn galonogol iawn ac yn deillio o waith dyfal a gallu creadigol y bobl ddawnus tu hwnt sydd yn ein tîm bach.

"Mae'r Cyngor yn rheoli'r wefan hon i gefnogi'r busnes twristiaeth. Mae'n amlwg ei bod yn cael effaith. Ym mis Gorffennaf yn unig, roedd 33,726 o ymweliadau. Mae hynny'n ddwywaith y nifer yn 2012.

"Nawr mae'r tîm twristiaeth yn canolbwyntio'n llwyr ar ein gweithgaredd digidol a hynny funud wrth funud. Maen nhw'n sylwi ar yr hyn y mae ein cynulleidfaoedd yn ei hoffi ac yn ymateb ar unwaith er mwyn sicrhau ein bod yn darparu'r cynnwys gorau oll wedi'i gyflwyno yn y ffordd fwyaf diddorol y gallwn.

"Roedd hyn i'w weld yn fwyaf amlwg wrth inni ddenu niferoedd da o ymweliadau'r mis diwethaf, ym mis Gorffennaf, i safleoedd mwyaf poblogaidd Sir Gaerfyrddin lle edrychwyd ar y tudalennau parciau 9,004 o weithiau; Beth sy' mlaen yn Sir Gaerfyrddin 7,962 o weithiau ac adran carafannau Parc Gwledig Pen-bre 6,965 o weithiau.”

Dywedodd y Cynghorydd Meryl Gravell, yr Aelod o'r Bwrdd Gweithredol dros Adfywio a Thwristiaeth, Cyngor Sir Caerfyrddin, ei bod yn hynod ddiddorol gweld bod pobl o Awstralia i'r Unol Daleithiau, ac o'r Almaen i Frasil, wedi ymweld â'r wefan.

"Mae'n hynod o galonogol fod cymaint o diddordeb o fewn y Deyrnas Unedig hefyd, gyda'r 16,675 o ymweliadau o Loegr ym mis Gorffennaf fymryn yn uwch na'r nifer o Gymru, sef 15,532.

"Ym mis Gorffennaf cofrestrwyd 6,173 o ymweliadau o Lundain a 1,398 o Fryste; 758 o Birmingham, 311 o Fanceinion, 268 o Leeds a 242 o Gaerwrangon.

"Mae'n dangos bod llawer o ddiddordeb yn ein sir fendigedig o ran amser hamdden pobl, a hynny gan breswylwyr ac ymwelwyr. Mae hefyd yn amlygu gwaith partneriaeth penigamp a dyfal ein staff twristiaeth yn y Cyngor gyda busnesau i hybu economi ymwelwyr ffyniannus."

Mae ymgyrch Facebook a gychwynnwyd ym mis Chwefror eleni wedi ennyn mwy o ymweliadau â gwefan Darganfod Sir Gâr. Mae nifer dilynwyr cyfrif Facebook newydd Discover wedi codi i 7,600 yn gyflym. Mae gan dudalen Parc Gwledig Pen-bre 3,600 o ddilynwyr ac mae gan brif ffrwd y Cyngor 3,400 o ddilynwyr. Yna mae'r holl negeseuon yn cyfrannu at erthyglau ar y wefan.

Bag a Last-Minute Summer Break in Carmarthenshire

-Boutique hotels, coastal cottages and family-friendly glampsites with late availability throughout the summer holidays-

Families, couples and groups in search of a last-minute getaway this summer have plenty to choose from here in Carmarthenshire; with bags of activities and accommodation options on offer to suit those in search of a fun-filled escape on UK shores. From boutique hotels in Dylan Thomas’ hometown to coastal cottages and uber-cool glampsites, there’re still a host of accommodation options available throughout the summer holidays - with many even offering fantastic discounts.

Plus with a spectacular coastline, beautiful beaches and glorious countryside, Carmarthenshire proves that you don’t have to go far for a blissful break this summer! Here are just a handful of the brilliant breaks on offer...

Hotel Hideaways...

Charming Hotel on Outskirts of Boutique Market Town- The Plough Rhosmaen, Llandeilo

This attractive modern hotel sits on the outskirts of the pretty market town of Llandeilo- famed for its bustling high street of independent retailers selling everything from artisan chocolates and deli goods, to ‘upcycled’ furniture and speciality gins. The Plough offers 23 sleek, comfortable rooms ideal for a couples’ mini break or family getaway, complete with an AA Rosette award-winning restaurant serving up an impressive menu. With sweeping views over the Towy Valley and the Brechfa Forest on its doorstep, this is the ideal base for those looking for an active break in the  country.

Price: Stay for 5 nights and pay for 4 throughout August- 5 night stay now available from £190pp (was £238pp) based on two sharing a double room on a B&B basis. To book visit www.ploughrhosmaen.com or call 01558 823 431.

Super-Stylish 16^th Century Hotel Overlooking Estuary- The Corran, Laugharne

Hidden deep in the marshlands of Carmarthenshire, this boutique hideaway is a picturesque base for those wishing to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life and relax in the welsh countryside this summer. Rooms are colourful and stylish, each individually decorated, with a luxurious on-site spa and delicious meals inspired by specialities of the region served up in the hotel’s own restaurant. The beaches of Pendine and Llansteffan are just a short drive away, with an abundance of country walks on offer straight from the front door.

Price: From £175 per room per night throughout August based on two sharing on a B&B basis. To book visit www.thecorran.com or call 01994 427 417.

Campers and Glampers...

Wild Tipi and Bell Tent Glamping- Cwm Ty Coed, just south of Carmarthen

Perfect for families, Cwm Ty Coed offers a quirky glamping experience amidst 30 acres of rolling wildflower meadow and ancient woodland. Ideal for an out-of-the-ordinary escape this summer, guests have bell tents and tipis to call home; stylishly adorned with natural flooring, sheepskin rugs, twinkling lanterns and wood-burning stoves. Activities for kids are ten-a-penny, including zipwires, a games cabin and an outdoor cinema, whilst well-equipped kitchens, picnic tables and outdoor fire-pits make alfresco dining easy for the grown-ups. The bustling market town of Carmarthen is just three miles away and the beaches of Llansteffan and Cefn Sidan just a short drive- ideal for those looking for a taste of the great outdoors this summer.

Price: Prices start from £80 per night or £240 for a 3 night break throughout August, based on four sharing a Bell Tent on a self-catering basis- minimum stay of two nights applies. To book visit www.cwmtycoed.co.uk or call 01994 484 688.

Cottage Escapes...

Grand Coastal Cottage in Dylan Thomas’ Hometown- Great House, Laugharne

Built in the early 1700s, the Grade II* listed Great House is undoubtedly one of the finest Georgian townhouses in Wales- the ideal base for those in search of a classic country escape with the coast in easy reach.  Sleeping up to 12 across 5 bedrooms, the house boasts enviable period features- think panelled rooms, original fireplaces and enormous four-poster beds- with sleek bathrooms and its own outdoor heated swimming pool. The quirky coastal town of Laugharne, offering great watering holes, a fantastic castle and stunning sea views, is on your doorstep; with the beautiful beach of Pendine just a 10 minute drive away. www.underthethatch.co.uk/great

Price: From £1319 (£110pp) for a 7 night stay in August 2015, based on up to 12 sharing on a self-catering basis. To book visit www.underthethatch.co.uk or call 0844 5005 101.

Spacious Stone Cottages in the Heart of the Teifi Valley- Waunifor, Pencader

Somewhat of a hidden gem in the heart of the Teifi Valley, Waunifor offers six traditional and homely stone self-catering holiday cottages full of character and unique features; sleeping from 2 to 10 people. Found along a quiet country lane just outside of the town of Llandysul, this is the perfect countryside getaway for couples, families or groups looking for a tranquil escape- set amidst beautiful gardens complete with babbling stream and wildflower meadow. What’s more- dogs are welcome, too.

Price:  Save 20% on all remaining August stays at Waunifor- 7 night stay now available from £280 (was £350) based on two sharing Duckpond Cottage on a self-catering basis. To book visit www.waunifor.com or call 01559 395437. 

Cyfle i gael gwyliau munud olaf yr haf hwn yn Sir Gâr

Gwestai bach moethus, bythynnod ar yr arfordir, a safleoedd gwârsylla sy’n croesawu teuluoedd

– lleoedd munud olaf ar gael drwy gydol gwyliau'r haf.

Yma yn Sir Gaerfyrddin mae digon o ddewis i deuluoedd, parau a grwpiau sy'n chwilio am wyliau munud olaf yr haf hwn; gyda llwyth o weithgareddau a dewisiadau llety ar gael sy'n addas ar gyfer y rheini sy'n chwilio am ddihangfa hwyliog ar lan y môr yn y Deyrnas Unedig. O westai bach moethus yn y dref a fu'n gartref i Dylan Thomas, i fythynnod ar yr arfordir a gwersylloedd tra ffasiynol lle gellir gwersylla mewn steil, mae llwyth o ddewisiadau llety eto ar gael drwy gydol gwyliau'r haf – gyda llawer ohonynt hyd yn oed yn cynnig gostyngiadau gwych.

Hefyd, gydag arfordir anhygoel, traethau hardd a chefn gwlad godidog, mae Sir Gaerfyrddin yn brawf pendant nad oes yn rhaid ichi fynd ymhell i gael gwyliau dedwydd yr haf hwn! Dyma rai yn unig o'r gwyliau gwych sydd ar gael...

Gwestai sy'n Gyfrinachau Gwerth eu Rhannu...

Gwesty dymunol ar gyrion tref farchnad lle ceir busnesau boutique –

Y Plough, Rhos-maen, Llandeilo

Mae'r gwesty modern a deniadol hwn ar gyrion tref farchnad hardd Llandeilo, sy'n enwog am ei stryd fawr llawn siopau annibynnol sy'n gwerthu popeth dan haul, o siocledi gan gynhyrchwyr sy’n feistri ar eu crefft, a nwyddau deli, i gelfi wedi'u huwch-gylchu a diodydd jin arbenigol. Mae gan y Plough 23 o ystafelloedd cysurus a chwaethus o ffasiynol, sy'n ddelfrydol i bâr ar wyliau byr neu i deulu ar wyliau. Hefyd mae gan y Plough fwyty sydd wedi ennill safon Rhoséd yr AA ac sy'n cynnig bwydlen sy'n wledd a hanner. Gyda golygfeydd eang dros Ddyffryn Tywi a Choedwig Brechfa ar garreg y drws, mae hon yn ganolfan ddelfrydol i'r rhai sy'n chwilio am wyliau o weithgareddau egnïol yn y wlad.

Y Pris: Gellir aros am 5 noson am bris 4 noson drwy gydol Awst – nawr mae'r prisiau i'r rhai sydd am aros 5 noson yn dechrau o £190 y pen (£238 y pen oedd y pris) yn seiliedig ar 2 yn rhannu ystafell ddwbl ar sail Gwely a Brecwast. I archebu lle, ewch i www.ploughrhosmaen.com neu ffoniwch

01558 823 431.

Gwesty Llawn Steil sy'n dyddio o'r 16^eg ganrif ac sydd â golygfeydd draw dros yr aber –

The Corran, Talacharn

Mewn rhan dawel fach o forfa yn Sir Gaerfyrddin, mae'r gyfrinach hon o westy yn lle hardd i'r rhai sy'n dymuno dianc o brysurdeb a bwrlwm bywyd y ddinas i ymlacio yng nghefn gwlad Cymru yr haf hwn. Mae'r ystafelloedd yn lliwgar ac yn llawn steil a phob un wedi'i haddurno'n unigryw. Mae sba moethus ar y safle ac mae bwyty'r gwesty'n cynnig prydau bendigedig a ysbrydolwyd gan seigiau a bwydydd arbennig y rhanbarth. Nid yw traethau Pentywyn a Llansteffan nepell i ffwrdd yn y car, ac mae yma ddigonedd o lwybrau cerdded cefn gwlad ar eich cyfer ar garreg y drws.

Y Pris: Mae'r prisiau'n dechrau o £175 yr ystafell am noson drwy gydol mis Awst, i ddau sy'n rhannu ar sail Gwely a Brecwast. I archebu lle, ewch i www.thecorran.com neu ffoniwch 01994 427 417.

I'r rhai sy'n Gwersylla a Gwârsylla....

Gwârsylla yn y Gwyllt mewn Tipi a Phabell Cloch – Cwm Tŷ Coed, fymryn i'r de o Gaerfyrddin

Mae Cwm Tŷ Coed, sy'n berffaith i deuluoedd, yn cynnig profiad gwârsylla gwahanol ynghanol coetir hynafol a dôl donnog, 30 erw sy'n llawn blodau gwyllt. Mae'n ddihangfa ddelfrydol ac anghyffredin yr haf hwn. Yn gartref i'r gwesteion bydd tipis a phebyll cloch wedi'u haddurno â steil gan ddefnyddio lloriau naturiol, matiau croen dafad, llusernau i lewyrchu, a stofiau ar gyfer llosgi coed tân. Mae pob math o weithgareddau i'r plant, gan gynnwys gwifrau gwibio, caban gêmau a sinema awyr agored. Hefyd mae'r ceginau sy'n cynnig pob cyfleuster angenrheidiol, y byrddau picnic, a'r cylchoedd tân awyr agored yn golygu mai mater hawdd ydyw i'r oedolion drefnu bwyta yn yr awyr agored. Cwta dair milltir i ffwrdd mae tref farchnad brysur Caerfyrddin a dim ond siwrnai fer yn y car yw hi i draethau Llansteffan a Chefn Sidan – delfrydol felly i'r rhai sydd am gael bod yn yr awyr agored yr haf hwn.

Y Pris: Mae'r prisiau'n dechrau o £80 y noson neu £240 am wyliau tair noson ym mis Awst, yn seiliedig ar 4 yn rhannu pabell gloch ar sail hunanarlwyo – rhaid aros o leiaf 2 noson.  I archebu lle, ewch i www.cwmtycoed.co.uk neu ffoniwch 01994 484 688.

Bythynnod Gwyliau Bendigedig...

Bwthyn Glan Môr Crand yn y dref lle bu Dylan Thomas yn byw – Great House, Talacharn

Yn ddi-os, mae'r Great House, sy'n adeilad rhestredig Gradd II*, a adeiladwyd yn y 1700au cynnar, yn un o'r tai tref Sioraidd gorau yng Nghymru – y man delfrydol i'r rhai sy'n chwilio am glasur o ddihangfa yng nghefn gwlad nid nepell o'r arfordir. Mae lle i hyd at 12 gysgu ym mhum ystafell wely'r bwthyn. Mae yma nodweddion cyfnod sy’n rhai i'w chwennych – dychmygwch ystafelloedd â phaneli pren, lleoedd tân gwreiddiol a gwelyau pedwar postyn anferth – gydag ystafelloedd ymolchi swanc. Mae gan y lle ei bwll nofio awyr agored ei hun, wedi'i wresogi, hefyd. Ar garreg y drws, mae tref glan môr anghyffredin Talacharn, sydd â thafarndai gwych, castell campus a golygfeydd godidog o'r môr; gyda thraeth hardd Pentywyn 10 munud i ffwrdd yn y car. www.underthethatch.co.uk/great

Y Pris: Yn dechrau o £1,319 (£110 yr un y noson) os ydych yn aros 7 noson ym mis Awst 2015, os bydd hyd at 12 o bobl yn rhannu ar sail hunanarlwyo. I archebu lle, ewch i www.underthethatch.co.uk neu ffoniwch 0844 5005 101.

Bythynnod Cerrig sydd â Digonedd o Le ac sydd yng nghanol Dyffryn Tywi – Waunifor, Pencader

Dyma ichi beth yw gem gudd yng nghanol Dyffryn Tywi. Mae Waunifor yn cynnig 6 bwthyn cerrig cartrefol a thraddodiadol ar gyfer gwyliau hunanarlwyo sy'n llety llawn cymeriad a nodweddion unigryw; mae lle i 2–10 o bobl gysgu. Ar lôn dawel yn y wlad a hynny heb fod nepell o dref Llandysul, dyma i chi'r lle perffaith yng nghefn gwlad i barau, teuluoedd neu grwpiau sy'n chwilio am ddihangfa dawel yng nghanol gerddi hardd lle gellir mwynhau murmur y nant a'r gweirglodd blodau gwyllt.

A mwy na hynny – mae croeso i'r ci hefyd.

Y Pris: Gallech arbed 20% ar bob cyfle i aros sy'n weddill yn Waunifor ym mis Awst – mae cyfle ar gael i aros 7 noson gyda'r prisiau'n dechrau o £280 (£350 oedd y pris) os yw 2 yn rhannu Duckpond Cottage ar sail hunanarlwyo. I archebu lle, ewch i www.waunifor.com neu ffoniwch 01559 395437.

Summer Family Fun in the Garden of Wales / Hwyl yr Haf i’r Teulu yng Ngardd Cymru

Summer Family Fun in the Garden of Wales

Here in Carmarthenshire, we have bucket loads exciting activities and events on offer this summer for families in search of a fun day out; from tackling the rapids on the River Teifi and delicious afternoon teas on board a vintage steam train, to canoe trails through the wetlands and spooky tours of Carmarthen after dark. There will even be the return of the famous Blue Bird to the sands of Pendine, recreating the car’s world famous land speed record break in 1925!

Check out some of the activities on offer throughout July and August below, with more details and accommodation available to view at www.discovercarmarthenshire.com/whats-on

Explore Carmarthenshire’s Sinister Past on a Creepy Carmarthen Tour- Carmarthen

Embark on a trip back in time through Carmarthen's creepy past on a spooky evening tour through the country’s oldest town, suitable for all ages. Meet “murderers” and their victims (not real ones, promise); visit the sites of grisly executions; uncover secrets from bygone days and visit the haunted streets of the ancient town on the lookout for ghosts with the help of your guide- the spooky Dr Grimoire. There’s even a peek inside the town’s original Victorian Police Station, the setting for dozens of overnight "ghost watches", and plenty of magical twists.  

Details: Tours run from Carmarthen Guildhall every Wednesday at 7pm from July 22^nd- September 2^nd. Tickets are priced at £7.50 per adult, £5 per child and £23 per family of four. Booking is essential. For more information visit creepycarmarthen.co.uk or call 01267 231557.

Wild Waters and Paddling Galore- August Summer Play Days at Llandysul Paddlers, Llandysul, Carmarthenshire

Llandysul Paddlers are hosting a variety of summer fun days throughout August, ideal for active kids looking for an adventurous day out. Water lovers can spend mornings splashing about in the River Teifi before hopping on board a kayak or canoe for exhilarating white water rides and river races. After lunch, grab a group of friends and work together to build the best raft possible before testing it on the water. There’re also plenty of land-based activities on offer for those looking for fun on dry land, including cycling, mountain biking and rock climbing.

Details: Summer Play Days are running throughout August on the following dates- 3/5/15, 12/13/14, 19/20/21, 26/27/28 August. Priced from £10 per child per day (10am-4pm). For more information visit www.llandysul-paddlers.org.uk.

Hop on Board a Vintage Steam Train - Gwili Railway, North of Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire

Families can grab a taste of the golden age of railway this summer at Gwili Railway, where they’re invited to hop on board an authentic 1950’s steam hauled service and explore the spectacular surrounding countryside in serious vintage style. Take a ride alongside old station buildings, vintage carriages, steam locomotives and diesel railcars, all with picturesque views of the village cricket pitch and Gwili River, with a delicious strawberry cream tea to satisfy your sweet tooth whilst on board. Plus, on the 19^th July, Gwili Railway is hosting a ‘Classic Transport Day’ with a host of vintage vehicles, riverside picnics, miniature railway and carnival rides.

Details: Open from 10am each day during July and August. Tickets available from £10 per adult, £4.50 per child and under 3s go free. For more information visit www.gwili-railway.co.uk.

Canoe Safari through the Wild Wetlands- WWT Llanelli, Carmarthenshire

Intrepid explorers and wildlife lovers alike will love the canoe safaris running at the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust Llanelli throughout July and August. Your very own wetland adventure, visitors can grab a canoe and head off to explore the vast watery expanses of the wetland otherwise inaccessible to visitors- getting up close and personal with a host of wetland wildlife. The swan’s nest maze is a must-see, but those who’d prefer to stick to dry land needn’t fear- as WWT Llanelli also has a fantastic bike trail to follow; where you’re likely to meet otters, butterflies, birds and dragonflies as you pedal!

Details: Canoe and bike trails run daily throughout July and August from 12-4pm. Cost included in admission. Priced from £8.14 per adult, £4.50 per child and £22.73 per family of four. For more information visit www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/llanelli or call 01554 741087.

‘Hidden House’ Tours at Newton House - Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire

Kids after a taste of how the ‘other half’ used to live should head straight to Dinefwr Park and Castle in Carmarthenshire this summer, where guided tours of Newton House (a 17^th century mansion) will take little ones and their families behind the scenes of the historic house. Curious kids can snoop around servants’ corridors, into the basement kitchen, up into the loft space and finally out onto the roof to enjoy the views across Dinefwr’s vast parkland – with touching ancient artefacts and dressing up in Victorian costumes encouraged!  They can even have a go at being a butler for the day, getting to work polishing boots and ironing shirts in the basement. After the tour, families can explore Dinefwr’s vast parkland, home to an abundance of wildlife, and ancient castle; the ideal spot for an al fresco picnic, with bags of space to enjoy.

Details: £6 per car for admission to the parkland. No additional charges for other activities apply. Hidden House tours run daily at 2:30pm throughout July and August. For more information visit nationaltrust.org.uk/dinefwr or call 01558 824512.

We also have a whole host of family-friendly accommodation with remaining availability throughout the July and August school holidays. From spacious self-catered stone cottages with acres of countryside to explore at Waunifor and stylish hotel escapes to Newcastle Emlyn at Gwesty'r Emlyn Hotel, to uber-cool glamping breaks at Cwm Ty Coed near the market town of Carmarthen- there’s something to suit families of all shapes and sizes. For more information about the accommodation on offer, please visit www.discovercarmarthenshire.com/staying

Hwyl yr Haf i’r Teulu yng Ngardd Cymru

Yma yn Sir Gaerfyrddin, mae gennym lu o weithgareddau a digwyddiadau cyffrous yr haf yma i deuluoedd sy’n chwilio am ddiwrnod o hwyl; o fentro i ddŵr gwyllt Afon Teifi a chael te prynhawn blasus ar hen drên stem, i ganwio trwy’r gwlyptir neu fynd ar daith ysbrydion yng Nghaerfyrddin wedi iddi dywyllu. Byddwn hyd yn oed yn gweld yr enwog ‘Blue Bird’ yn dychwelyd i draeth Pentywyn, gan ailgreu llwyddiant bydenwog y car hwnnw i dorri’r record cyflymdra ar dir yn 1925!

Isod cewch fanylion rhai o’r gweithgareddau fydd ar gael yn ystod Gorffennaf ac Awst, ac mae rhagor o fanylion a llety ar gael trwy fynd i www.darganfodsirgar.com/beth-sy-mlaen

Dewch i brofi Gorffennol Sinistr Sir Gaerfyrddin ar daith fwganllyd o amgylch Caerfyrddin

Ewch ar daith yn ôl mewn hanes trwy orffennol dirgel Caerfyrddin trwy grwydro strydoedd tref hynaf y wlad fin nos, ar daith fwganllyd. Bydd y daith yn addas i bob oed, ac yn gyfle i gwrdd â “llofruddion” a’r rhai a lofruddiwyd (nid rhai go iawn, wrth gwrs); ymweld â safleoedd dienyddiadau erchyll; datgelu cyfrinachau’r gorffennol ac ymweld â strydoedd y dref hynafol gan gadw llygad ar agor am ysbrydion, gyda chymorth eich tywysydd – yr arswydus Dr Grimoire. Byddwch hyd yn oed yn cael cip y tu mewn i Orsaf Heddlu wreiddiol y dref, o Oes Victoria, lleoliad dwsinau o “wyliadwriaethau ysbrydion” dros nos, a bydd digonedd o anturiaethau lledrithiol.

Manylion: Bydd y teithiau’n cychwyn o Neuadd y Dref yng Nghaerfyrddin bob nos Fercher am 7pm o 22 Gorffennaf – 2 Medi. Pris y tocynnau yw £7.50 i oedolyn, £5 i blentyn a £23 i deulu o bedwar. Rhaid cadw lle. I gael rhagor o wybodaeth, ewch i creepycarmarthen.co.uk neu ffoniwch 01267 231557.

Dŵr Gwyllt a Digon o Badlo – Diwrnodau Chwarae’r Haf ym mis Awst gyda’r Llandysul Paddlers, Llandysul, Sir Gaerfyrddin

Mae Llandysul Paddlers yn cynnal amrywiaeth o ddiwrnodau hwyl yr haf ar hyd mis Awst, profiad delfrydol ar gyfer plant egnïol sy’n hoffi diwrnod llawn antur. Gall y rhai sy’n mwynhau chwaraeon dŵr dreulio’r bore yn sblasio yn Afon Teifi cyn neidio i mewn i gaiac neu ganŵ i fynd ar wib drwy’r dŵr gwyllt neu rasio ar yr afon. Ar ôl cinio, bydd cyfle i chi a nifer o ffrindiau gydweithio i greu’r rafft orau cyn ei phrofi ar y dŵr. Bydd hefyd ddigonedd o weithgaredd ar y tir i’r rhai sy’n awyddus i gadw’n sych, gan gynnwys beicio, beicio mynydd a dringo creigiau.

Manylion: Mae Diwrnodau Chwarae’r Haf yn cael eu cynnal ar hyd mis Awst ar y dyddiadau canlynol- 3/5/15, 12/13/14, 19/20/21, 26/27/28 Awst. Mae’r pris yn cychwyn o £10 y plentyn y dydd (10am-4pm). I gael rhagor o wybodaeth ewch i www.llandysul-paddlers.org.uk.

Ewch ar daith ar Drên Stêm Hynafol – Rheilffordd Gwili, i’r gogledd o Gaerfyrddin, Sir Gaerfyrddin

Gall teuluoedd brofi oes aur y rheilffyrdd yr haf yma ar Reilffordd Gwili, lle cânt gyfle i fynd ar wasanaeth stêm dilys o’r 1950au, ac archwilio’r ardaloedd gwledig o amgylch yn steil yr oes. Byddwch yn mynd heibio i hen adeiladau’r orsaf, cerbydau hynafol, peiriannau stêm a disl, a hefyd yn cael golygfeydd gwych o gae criced y pentref ac afon Gwili, gyda the mefus a hufen blasus fydd yn sicr at eich dant yn ystod y daith. Ar ben hynny, ar 19^eg Gorffennaf, mae Rheilffordd Gwili’n cynnal ‘Diwrnod Trafnidiaeth Glasurol’, gyda llu o gerbydau hynafol, picnic ar lan yr afon, trên bach a reidiau carnifal.

Manylion: Ar agor o 10am bob dydd yn ystod Gorffennaf ac Awst. Mae tocynnau ar gael o £10 y pen i oedolion, £4.50 i blant, ac ni chodir tâl ar blant o dan 3 oed. I gael rhagor o wybodaeth, ewch i www.gwili-railway.co.uk.

Saffari ar Ganŵ trwy’r Gwlyptiroedd Gwyllt – Canolfan Adar y Gwlyptir, Llanelli, Sir Gaerfyrddin

Bydd anturiaethwyr brwd a selogion byd natur wrth eu bodd yn mynd ar Saffari Ganŵ trwy Ganolfan Adar y Gwlyptir yn Llanelli, ar hyd Gorffennaf ac Awst. Dyma gyfle i gael eich antur gwlyptir eich hun, gan fod ymwelwyr yn gallu bachu canŵ a mynd i archwilio’r eangdiroedd gwlyptir nad yw ymwelwyr yn gallu eu gweld fel arfer – a gweld llu o anifeiliaid gwyllt yn agos. Mae drysfa nyth yr alarch yn un o’r uchafbwyntiau, ond os yw’n well gennych chi aros ar dir sych, peidiwch â phoeni, mae gan y Ganolfan lwybr beicio gwych hefyd; yno rydych chi’n debygol o gwrdd â dwrgwn, pili palod, adar a gweision y neidr wrth i chi bedlo!

Manylion: Bydd y llwybrau canwio a beicio ar gael bob dydd ym mis Gorffennaf a mis Awst, o 12-4pm. Mae’r gost yn gynwysedig yn y pris mynediad, sy’n cychwyn o £8.14 y pen i oedolion, £4.50 i blant a £22.73 i deulu o bedwar. I gael rhagor o wybodaeth, ewch i www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/llanelli neu ffoniwch  01554 741087.

Teithiau ‘Tŷ Cudd’ yn Newton House – Parc a Chastell Dinefwr, Llandeilo, Sir Gaerfyrddin

Os hoffai’r plant ddysgu am fywyd  yn yr oes o’r blaen, anelwch yn syth am Barc a Chastell Dinefwr yn Sir Gaerfyrddin yn ystod yr haf, lle bydd teithiau tywys o amgylch Newton House (plasdy o’r  17^eg ganrif) yn dangos i blant a’u teuluoedd yr holl waith oedd yn arfer digwydd allan o’r golwg yn y tŷ hanesyddol. Gall plant chwilfrydig grwydro coridorau’r gweision, mynd i’r gegin yn yr is-lawr, a dringo i’r stafell yn y to, cyn mynd allan ar y to i fwynhau’r golygfeydd ar draws parcdir helaeth Dinefwr – a chael eu hannog i gyffwrdd â’r hen arteffactau a phrofi gwisgoedd Oes Victoria! Gallan nhw hyd yn oed roi cynnig ar fod yn fwtler am y dydd, a mynd ati i sgleinio sgidiau a smwddio crysau yn yr is-lawr. Ar ôl y daith, gall teuluoedd grwydro ym mharcdir helaeth Dinefwr, lle ceir digonedd o fywyd gwyllt, a’r castell hynafol; mae’n fan delfrydol ar gyfer picnic yn yr awyr agored, gan fod digon o le i fwynhau.

Manylion: £6 y car yw’r tâl mynediad i’r parcdir, ac ni chodir tâl ychwanegol am y gweithgareddau eraill. Mae’r teithiau ‘Tŷ Cudd’ (Hidden House) yn cael eu cynnal bob dydd am 2:30pm ar hyd mis Gorffennaf a mis Awst. I gael rhagor o wybodaeth, ewch i nationaltrust.org.uk/dinefwr neu ffoniwch 01558 824512.

Mae gennym ni hefyd ddigonedd o lety hwylus i deuluoedd, ac mae lleoedd ar gael ar hyd gwyliau ysgol Gorffennaf ac Awst. O fythynnod carreg eang yn Waunifor, lle gallwch chi drefnu eich bwyd eich hun ac archwilio erwau o gefn gwlad, i westy steilus  y gallwch ddianc iddo, Gwesty'r Emlyn Hotel, yng Nghastellnewydd Emlyn, i’r gwyliau gwersylla moethus diweddaraf, Cwm Ty Coed, ger tref farchnad Caerfyrddin – mae rhywbeth at ddant teuluoedd, beth bynnag yw eu maint a’u math. I gael rhagor o wybodaeth am y llety sydd ar gael, ewch i www.discovercarmarthenshire.com/staying